French Stewart News

The Pasadena Playhouse presents STONEFACE, starring French Stewart, performed today, June 3 to 29, 2014.

Ghost, Pantages Theatre/June 27 -July13/www.hollywoodpantages.com/ The musical stage adaptation of the 1990 runaway hit film of the same title that starred Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore and Oscar-winning Whoopi Goldberg. Despite its mixed reviews, the show, which originated on the West End, received 3 Tony nominations for its Broadway engagement. With book/lyrics by Bruce Joel and music/lyrics by Dave Stewart and Glen Ballard, Ghost's musical score includes the ever-popular 'Unchained Melody' and is bound to be an audience grabber.

Here are Summer Stages Picks from Broadwayworld's Ellen Dostal for what to see in Los Angeles and San Diego.

Actor French Stewart will repeat his role as Buster Keaton in Stoneface, written by his wife Vanessa Claire Stewart, at the Pasadena Playhouse beginning June 3. The play will costar Daisy Eagan. Stewart, best known to TV audiences for 3rd Rock from the Sun, the middle and other sitcoms is a wonderful dramatic actor, and as Buster Keaton in Stoneface, which sold out houses for months at Sacred Fools Theatre in 2012, he just shines.

Scott Aukerman (Between Two Ferns, Mr. Show) and Reggie Watts (Conan, Jash.com) return for an all-new 20 episode third season of the unconventionally entertaining scripted late night talk show, Comedy Bang! Bang! tonight, May 8 at 10:30PM ET/PT on IFC, immediately following the season two premiere of Maron. The only talk show on television where space, time, reason and laws of physics need not apply.

The Pasadena Playhouse announced today the planning and honorary gala committee members leading the best party in Pasadena annual fundraiser entitled PREMIERE GALA -TAKE THE LEAD AT THE PLAYHOUSE. The Pasadena Playhouse's gala will be held on the stage of The Pasadena Playhouse on Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 5:30p.m.

Scott Aukerman (Between Two Ferns, Mr. Show) and Reggie Watts (Conan, Jash.com) return for an all-new 20 episode third season of the unconventionally entertaining scripted late night talk show, Comedy Bang! Bang!

The Pasadena Playhouse, announced today the full cast of Vanessa Claire Stewart's STONEFACE, the fifth production of the 2013-2014 season. STONEFACE is performed June 3 to 29, 2014; the press opening is Sunday, June 8.

Sandra Kuker and Cruise Guys Beverly Hills & Palm Springs are pleased to announce a the change of date and Cruise Itinerary onboard the Sapphire Princess Cruise Ship for the HOT SHOTS COMEDY CRUISE. The ALL-STAR Comedy Cruise will now sail to Catalina Island as well as Ensenada, Mexico. Join the 100 Proof Hilarious All-Star Comedians performing on the new 4-night Cruise March 15th to 19th, 2014.

Actor/Director Valerie Landsburg (Fame) and Producer Tani Cohen's (Mr. Conservative: Goldwater on Goldwater, The Dust Factory) dream to make a humorous and heartfelt movie about a family turned upside down by the father's concealed unemployment and growing credit card debt is getting some help from its devoted all-star cast. $500,000 is the goal of the Kickstarter 'Offer & Compromise' campaign, which ends on March 13th. www.kickstartval.com.

The Pasadena Playhouse announced today that STONEFACE, originally part of the 2013-2014 season and then postponed, has been reinstated, with its original star French Stewart. STONEFACE is performed June 3 to 29, 2014.

Variety reports that CBS has ordered full seasons of its new freshman comedies “The Crazy Ones,” “The Millers” and “Mom.”

Sandra Kuker and Cruise Guys Beverly Hills & Palm Springs are pleased to announce a the change of date and Cruise Itinerary onboard the Sapphire Princess Cruise Ship for the HOT SHOTS COMEDY CRUISE. The ALL-STAR Comedy Cruise will now sail to Catalina Island as well as Ensenada, Mexico. Join the 100 Proof Hilarious All-Star Comedians performing on the new 4-night Cruise March 15th to 19th, 2014.

Sandra Kuker and Cruise Guys Beverly Hills & Palm Springs are pleased to announce a the change of date and Cruise Itinerary onboard the Sapphire Princess Cruise Shipfor the HOT SHOTS COMEDY CRUISE. The ALL-STAR Comedy Cruise will now sail to Catalina Island as well as Ensenada, Mexico. Join the 100 Proof Hilarious All-Star Comedians performing on the new 4-night Cruise March 15th to 19th, 2014.

CBS FALL PREVIEW, a primetime special previewing CBS's five new fall series, hosted by Tony Shalhoub, Jerry O'Connell, Kal Penn and Chris Smith from the new comedy series WE ARE MEN, will be broadcast today, Sept. 12 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. The CBS Fall Preview special has been an annual tradition on the Network since 2004.

CBS FALL PREVIEW, a primetime special previewing CBS's five new fall series, hosted by Tony Shalhoub, Jerry O'Connell, Kal Penn and Chris Smith from the new comedy series WE ARE MEN, will be broadcast Thursday, Sept. 12 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

Sandra Kuker and CRUISE GUYS Beverly Hills & Palm Springs are proud to announce a unique vacation opportunity with a Comedy Twist. Take a shot of hilarity and join us for the Premiere ALL COMEDY CRUISE weekend on March 14 to 17, 2014.

The Pasadena Playhouse announced today that Reginald Rose's classic drama TWELVE ANGRY MEN will be presented as the second production of its 2013 - 2014 Season playing November 5 - December 1, 2013, with a press opening night on November 10, at 5:00 p.m. The previously announced production of Stoneface starring French Stewart will be postponed due to Stewart's recent television role on CBS' comedy 'Mom' that premieres this fall. The cast of TWELVE ANGRY MEN for The Playhouse presentation will be comprised of a mix of African-American and white actors with casting and the creative team to be announced at a later date. Tickets are currently only available with a 2013 - 2014 Season subscription.

Undercover Productions will present the WORLD PREMIERE of ETHEL SINGS: Espionage in High C, written by Joan Beber. ETHEL SINGS begins previews on June 27th, with tonight's June 28th opening at Walker Space. Directed by Jules Aaron, ETHEL SINGS has set design by Gary Guidinger, lighting design by John Eckert Original Music by Max Kinberg & costume design by Michele Young. Sarah Brown stages manages & Sherry Netherland assistant directs. Ethel Sings is produced by Linda Toliver & Gary Guidinger for Undercover Productions.

Undercover Productions will present the WORLD PREMIERE of ETHEL SINGS: Espionage in High C, written by Joan Beber. ETHEL SINGS begins previews on June 27th, with a June 28th opening at Walker Space. Directed by Jules Aaron, ETHEL SINGS has set design by Gary Guidinger, lighting design by John Eckert Original Music by Max Kinberg & costume design by Michele Young. Sarah Brown stages manages & Sherry Netherland assistant directs. Ethel Sings is produced by Linda Toliver & Gary Guidinger for Undercover Productions.